1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Centura is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 1750 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
